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New for 2026: Join us for Feline Congress – 1 October 2026!
We’re thrilled to introduce another brand‑new addition to our 2026 congress calendar – the Feline Congress, taking place on Thursday 1 October 2026 as a one‑day virtual event offering 7 hours of evidenced CPD Designed with veterinary nurses, student VNs, and anyone involved in feline care in mind, the event is packed with talks, advice, and practical takeaways to help you deepen your understanding of felines and their specific care needs. […]
How Phoebe Turned Her Love of Animals into a Career in Dog Grooming
“I fell in love with grooming when I realised how my creative side came out into my work.” – Phoebe Rigg We recently caught up with former dog grooming student Phoebe Rigg to hear about her journey into the profession. From discovering her passion for grooming through work experience to building her confidence as a […]
Suzanne’s Journey from the NHS to Professional Dog Grooming
From student to professional groomer, Suzanne Sheldon has turned her love for animals into a rewarding new career. We recently caught up with our former dog grooming student to hear about her journey, her experiences on our dog grooming courses, and her career since completing her training… Why did you choose to become a dog […]
From Student to Business Owner: Charlie’s Dog Grooming Story
“I absolutely love my career. I get to meet so many lovely people and dogs.” – Charlie Goodwin We recently caught up with our former dog grooming student, Charlie Goodwin. We asked her about her journey in dog grooming, her experiences on the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming programme, and her […]
Achieve More with CAW Learning Support
At The College of Animal Welfare, we want every student to feel confident, capable, and supported throughout their learning journey. Our Learning Support Team is here to help you develop the skills, strategies, and confidence you need to succeed on your course and beyond. Whether you’re looking for support with assignments, preparing for your End Point Assessment […]
RVN Holly Hughes Receives Prestigious VetSkill OSCE Star Award
Newly Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) Holly Hughes, who recently completed the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing with us, is one of our students to have been recognised with the VetSkill OSCE Star Award, celebrating her exceptional performance in the practical assessments that form a key part of veterinary nurse training. The VetSkill OSCE Star Award is presented to learners who achieve a Pass […]
Celebrating the 1000th CAW Learner to Achieve the VetSkill Veterinary Nursing Diploma!
We are proud to mark a significant milestone: Megan Larkin has become the 1000th CAW learner to achieve the VetSkill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing! This is a significant achievement not just for Megan, but for the entire College. Commenting on her achievement, Megan said: “I started this journey with the Level 2 VCA course […]
Dog Grooming Awareness Month to launch this July
We’re excited to announce the launch of Dog Grooming Awareness Month (DGAM) this July. This new campaign aims to celebrate the dog grooming profession and highlight its vital contribution to the health, comfort and wellbeing of dogs. Throughout the month, we’ll showcase dog grooming as a skilled and rewarding career, while raising awareness of the […]
Can You Become a Veterinary Nurse as a Career Change?
Veterinary nursing is a profession that people enter at many different stages of their careers. Some students begin their veterinary nurse training straight after finishing school, while others decide to retrain after spending years in completely different industries. Whether you currently work in an office, retail, healthcare, education or another field, changing careers to veterinary […]
Student VNs Issued with VR Headsets for Practical Skills Training
We are proud to announce the latest phase in our Virtual Reality (VR) project. From 2026, all new veterinary nursing students are being provided with a VR headset, on free loan, for the duration of their studies. The VR headsets enable veterinary nursing students to access our existing bespoke virtual reality software, which is designed to support both OSCE preparation for both small animal and equine student vet nurses, and the understanding […]